Lora LaPratt is the CEO and head stylist of Shopping Girl XOXO, a personal styling brand for clients nation-wide. She prides her business on helping clients to not only look but most importantly FEEL amazing in their own unique style. Lora specializes in working with local Chicago designers and boutiques across the city. She has been featured as a style expert on multiple TV segments and publications and was chosen as one of the Top Woman Owned Businesses in 2016. To learn more about Shopping Girl XOXO and Lora's styling packages visit www.shoppinggirlxoxo.com
CONTRIBUTORS
Heather Reid is the CMO for boutique legal operations consultancy UpLevel Ops, where she is a marketing/communications strategist and content creator. She began her career as a newspaper editor and designer but quickly moved on to the (then) new Internet frontier, where she held nearly every online role, from technology to creative execution. Heather found her passion for digital branding and social media as an agency account executive. She has a BS in Journalism from Medill at Northwestern University and is also an essayist and freelance writer whose work has appeared in various magazines and culinary sites and at heatherreidwrites.com. She is a Cubs fan and runs a micro-bakery (eatlikeamother.com) on the north side of Chicago, where she lives with her husband and two sons.
Josie Volpentesta is a professional Makeup Artist from Chicago’s upscale North Shore suburbs and has solidified herself as one of the best makeup artists in the entertainment industry. For over a decade she has worked with "A" list celebrities, hit TV shows, and various magazines. Last year Josie launched her own lip gloss under her label, Makeup by Josie. Josie shares some of her favorite products that will help you achieve and maintain a good look.
Skylar Zerman is a Chicago-Native and Tulane Alumnae. She is currently working as an ABA Behavioral Therapist at a pediatric therapy clinic in Chicago. She loves working with kids and teaching them the skills they need to grow. She is excited to attend The Chicago School of Professional Psychology to pursue a Master's in Forensic Psychology and Certificate in ABA Therapy. Skylar is heavily involved in supporting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals in their fight to raise awareness and help provide medical equipment, pediatric care, and clinical treatments for kids in need. Skylar enjoys helping others, trying new foods, and exploring new places.
Nicole Pearl is a journalist and On-Air Expert who launched her PR & Media Consulting business NicolePearl.com to teach small business owners the insider strategies to land press and partnerships – zero connections or publicist required. Her mantra is "Beauty Shouldn't Be a Bitch"... and neither should getting on TV. Go to nicolepearl.com to download her free Get on TV Guide.